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Red Pesto Scalloped Potatoes

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, scalloped potatoes are a comforting dish often served as a side. The addition of red pesto elevates this classic, infusing it with vibrant flavors from sun-dried tomatoes and herbs. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings, this dish has gained popularity worldwide, with variations incorporating local ingredients and flavors.

ItalianITside
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 medium potatoes
1 cup sour cream
1 cup red pesto
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Part-skim mozzarella has less fat, while cheddar is often cheaper.

red pesto

🥗Healthier: homemade basil pesto

💰Cheaper: store-bought green pesto

Homemade basil pesto can be fresher and lower in calories.

1

Peel the potatoes and place them in a large pot of cold water.

2

Bring the pot to a boil and let the potatoes boil for 15 minutes.

3

Remove the water from the pot after boiling the potatoes.

4

In a separate bowl, combine a generous amount of sour cream with red pesto and mix well.

5

Add a lot of salt and black pepper to the sour cream mixture and stir to combine.

6

Dissolve two broth cubes in about 100 ml of boiled water and add it to the mixture.

7

Add heavy cream to the mixture and mix until well combined.

8

Slice the boiled potatoes into thick slices while they are still hot, being careful with your fingers.

9

Place the sliced potatoes into an ovenproof dish.

10

Pour the sour cream and pesto mixture over the sliced potatoes.

11

Bake in a convection oven at 170°C (or 190°C if not using convection) for about 1 hour.

Cooking Techniques

slicingmixinglayeringbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishmixing bowlknifecutting boardaluminum foil

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Potatoes au Gratin with Red PestoScalloped Potatoes with Red Pesto
Local Name: Patate al Pesto Rosso

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